In the spring of 1825, 60 Irish families embarked on a long and perilous journey across the sea, arriving in late fall in Douro Township. Join us in commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Douro community as we honour our rich heritage, celebrate our vibrant present, and look forward with hope to our promising future. […]
Saturday: Entertainment program (Paul Crough & Friends) Antique display, Shanty building, Pioneer Demonstrations (quilting, logging) Live Entertainment on a wagon (Dignitary remarks) Sunday: Holy Mass @ St. Martin’s Parish offered for our Irish Ancestors 11:00AMFollowing Mass - Parish Picnic Pot Luck Lunch with music and Children's Bouncy Castle
Sunday: Holy Mass @ St. Martin’s Parish offered for our Irish Ancestors 11:00AM. Following Mass - Parish Picnic Pot Luck Lunch with music and Children's Bouncy Castle Saturday: Entertainment program (Paul Crough & Friends) Antique display, Shanty building, Pioneer Demonstrations (quilting, logging) Live Entertainment on a wagon (Dignitary remarks)
Downeyville Heritage Day featuring building and farm site tours of the blacksmith shop and tools, quilt display at St. Luke's Church, a Shanty Build and more! On July 19, 2025
4th Line Theatre: 'Wild Irish Geese' - Outdoor Theatre Location: 9 Tupper Street, Millbrook, ON  L0A 1G0 Times: Tuesdays through Saturdays from July 29 – August 30th with an added Monday performance on August 25th Details: Experience a captivating evening of theatre with the World Premier of Wild Irish Geese, written by Megan Murphy. A […]
4th Line Theatre: 'Wild Irish Geese' - Outdoor Theatre Location: 9 Tupper Street, Millbrook, ON  L0A 1G0 Times: Tuesdays through Saturdays from July 29 – August 30th with an added Monday performance on August 25th Details: Experience a captivating evening of theatre with the World Premier of Wild Irish Geese, written by Megan Murphy. A […]
4th Line Theatre: 'Wild Irish Geese' - Outdoor Theatre Location: 9 Tupper Street, Millbrook, ON  L0A 1G0 Times: Tuesdays through Saturdays from July 29 – August 30th with an added Monday performance on August 25th Details: Experience a captivating evening of theatre with the World Premier of Wild Irish Geese, written by Megan Murphy. A […]
9:30 AM - Peter Robinson’s Peterborough - Walking Tour Location: Starting Point - Confederation Square (centre sidewalk), 499 George St. N., Peterborough. Ending Point - Princess Gardens, 100 Charlotte St., Peterborough. Time: 9:30AM to 12PM Details: Locally based historians Elwood Jones and Don Willcock will lead a leisurely walk from Confederation Park along Water Street […]
1:00 PM - Bicentennial Official Opening - Ceremony & Irish Flag Raising Location:Peterborough Armoury National Historic Site of Canada, 220 Murray St., Peterborough Time: 1PM to 2PM Details: Join in the official opening of the Bicentennial to commence these commemorative days from August 1st to 10th, dedicated to the legacy of the Peter Robinson settlers. […]
3:00 PM - Bicentennial Heritage Fair & Welcome Hub - Opening and Blessing Location: Knights of Columbus Hall • 317 Hunter St. W., Peterborough Time: 3PM to 5PM Details: The Bicentennial Heritage Fair will be a one-stop headquarters for visitors from near and far from August 1st - 8th, to access resources on local communities […]
4th Line Theatre: 'Wild Irish Geese' - Outdoor Theatre Location: 9 Tupper Street, Millbrook, ON  L0A 1G0 Times: Tuesdays through Saturdays from July 29 – August 30th with an added Monday performance on August 25th Details: Experience a captivating evening of theatre with the World Premier of Wild Irish Geese, written by Megan Murphy. A […]
9:45 AM - Archives & Open Air Museums - Bus Tour Location: Pickup and drop off at Holiday Inn, 150 George St. N., Peterborough. Please arrive 15 minutes in advance of start time. Time: 9:45AM to 4:30PM Details: Spend the day visiting with the keepers of museums and heritage sites in Peterborough City and County, […]
7:00 PM - Grand Irish Gathering - Canadian Canoe Museum Location: Canadian Canoe Museum • 2077 Ashburnham Dr., Peterborough Time: 7PM to 11PM Details: The Peterborough Canadian Irish Club presents the Grand Irish Gathering, celebrating its 50th anniversary in tandem with commemorating the 200th anniversary of the arrival of the Peter Robinson Irish emigrants to […]
4th Line Theatre: 'Wild Irish Geese' - Outdoor Theatre Location: 9 Tupper Street, Millbrook, ON  L0A 1G0 Times: Tuesdays through Saturdays from July 29 – August 30th with an added Monday performance on August 25th Details: Experience a captivating evening of theatre with the World Premier of Wild Irish Geese, written by Megan Murphy. A […]
Disclaimer: Event dates and times are subject to change as event planning continues and information is updated from time to time by our local Irish Community Partners. For more information please contact the event organizer.Â